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The Chief Executive Director of Kabaka Foundation met with the Super Supreme Mufti Sheikh: Muhamood Galabuzi to plan for the Tubeere Balamu Health Campaign effectiveness in Busiro on 28th and 29th January, 2025 at St. JOSEPH’S KYENGERA PARISH

On 13th January 2025, 10 board members of the Foundation’s Diaspora branches (Canada, Sweden, Denmark, the UK, and Ireland) visited the Foundation’s headquarters in Bulange, Mengo, for a meeting. The meeting focused on strengthening the Foundation’s work in health, education, and cultural heritage.
The meeting, led by Chief Executive Director Omuk. Eddie Kaggwa Ndagala, recognized the Foundation’s achievements in health, education, cultural heritage and community development initiatives. It focused on expanding vocational education and advancing agricultural initiatives under the Heifer-MOTT partnership. Omuk. Ndagala thanked the board members for their dedication, highlighting the importance of unity in driving progress and supporting communities.

The Kabaka Foundation today participated in the Renewal Energy Conference 2024 at Speke Resort Hotel – Munyonyo. The three-day conference, which commenced today, was officially opened by Honorable Dr. Canon Ruth Nankabirwa: the Energy minister.

The conference aims to promote the adoption of clean energy solutions to combat climate change. This aligns perfectly with the Kabaka Foundation’s mission to empower local farmers through the Distributable Renewable Energy Eco-Systems with Heifer International Uganda

The Kabaka Foundation launched a new health campaign called Tubeere Balamu. Her Royal Highness Nnalinya Sarah Kagere officiated the launch event and also delivered the Kabaka’s message.

In attendance was the Speaker of the great Buganda Lukiiko (who represented the Katikkiro), Board members of the Kabaka Foundation, the CEO of Diamond Trust Bank, top religious leaders, key partners and stake holders. In the same meeting, the Foundation recognized all partners that participated in its previous health activity with certificates of appreciation.

The Kabaka, in his remarks said it’s crucial to bring healthcare closer to people’s homes, especially in rural areas, recognizing the challenges they face in accessing proper medical care. This campaign will start in Buddu on November 5-6, 2024, and later cover all 18 counties of Buganda

Today, the Kabaka Foundation hosted the Mott Foundation vice President Mr.Neal Hegarty at Buganda Kingdom headqusters in Bulange Mengo, which is also the foundation’s head office. He was welcomed by the speaker of the Great buganda lukiiko.
The Vice President was accompanied by Heifer International’s Country Director and staff. This strategic meeting aimed to strengthen ties between Heifer, The Mott Foundation and the Kabaka Foundation.

The visit ended in the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Kabaka Foundation and Heifer International Uganda; witnessed by the Mott Foundation vice-president and senior leaders in the buganda kingdom. This mou enables collaborative efforts on the Distributable Renewable Energy Ecosystems Model (DREEM) hub projects, promoting solar energy adoption in local communities; with the the Mott Foundation as the funder.

The Kabaka Foundation expressed heartfelt gratitude to Heifer and The Mott Foundation for their collaboration and support.

The Attorney General of Buganda Kingdom who is also a Kabaka Foundation Board Member emphasized integrating DREEM hub projects into all Kabaka Foundation activities to ensure sustainability. The speaker of the great Buganda lukiiko thanked the organizations, highlighting potential partnership opportunities within Buganda.
The MOU was signed by the Executive Director Kabaka Foundation; Omuk. Kaggwa Eddie Ndagala and the Heifer International Uganda County Director Mr. William Matovu.

This partnership paves the way for a brighter, more sustainable future for Buganda and Uganda at large.